Kotor Bay Speedboat to the Blue Cave: 3-Hour Tour with WiFi & Drinks
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; able to board a small boat, climb a few low steps and do a short swim if you choose.
Overview
Cut loose on a 3-hour speedboat through Boka Kotorska to Montenegro’s Blue Cave, Mamula Fort, Yugoslav submarine tunnels and Our Lady of the Rocks—WiFi, bottled water, snorkeling gear and light drinks included. Fast, photogenic and rich in history, this is a compact way to read the geology and seafaring past of Kotor Bay.
Kotor Bay Speedboat to the Blue Cave: 3-Hour Tour with WiFi & Drinks
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You hit the pier in Kotor and a low roar grows into a pulse as the speedboat slips free of the quay. The Adriatic teases the hull, spray bright on your face, and the ragged shoulders of the bay open up—fisherman villages, stone churches, and pale cliffs dissolving into sea. In ninety minutes you’ll be craning for the first flash of blue: the cave where daylight and water conspire to paint a pocket of the ocean an impossible turquoise.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Bring biodegradable sunscreen
The Blue Cave’s clear water is sensitive—use reef-friendly sunscreen and reapply sparingly before swimming.
Wear secure water shoes
Boat decks get slippery and rocky landings are possible on the island stop—closed water shoes protect toes and grip wet surfaces.
Protect your phone and camera
A cheap waterproof case or dry bag will save electronics from spray during high-speed crossings.
Time your photos for the cave
Midday light often produces the strongest turquoise glow inside the Blue Cave—be ready when the pilot slows the boat.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Common dolphins spotted offshore on calm mornings
- Yellow-legged gulls and cormorants around the islands
History
The bay’s islands and forts reflect Venetian, Austro-Hungarian and Yugoslav maritime history—Mamula served as a fortified island and later housed naval installations.
Conservation
The Blue Cave and coastal waters are sensitive to boat traffic and pollution; choose operators who limit noise and avoid anchoring on seagrass beds.
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Recommended Gear
Light waterproof jacket
Wind and spray can cool you quickly in spring crossings.
spring specific
Swimsuit and quick-dry towel
For the 20-minute swim/snorkel break inside the Blue Cave.
summer specific
Closed water shoes
Grip wet decks and rocky island landings while protecting your feet.
summer specific
Waterproof phone case or small dry bag
Keeps devices safe during open-sea passages and while photographing the cave.